Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has begun giving his statement in a serious criminal investigation, as authorities prepare to question former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli in connection with the same case.
Lekhak’s statement recording started Wednesday morning at the government attorney’s office in Kathmandu, according to officials involved in the process. The session is part of an ongoing investigation into alleged offenses related to loss of life. Legal authorities confirmed that the process is progressing as scheduled, with further questioning expected in the coming days.
Officials have also indicated that preparations are underway to record the statement of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. Both leaders are under investigation following their arrest last Saturday morning from Bhaktapur. The case has drawn significant political attention, given the high-profile figures involved and the serious nature of the charges.
The investigation was initiated after a probe commission formed to examine incidents from Bhadra 23 and 24 recommended legal action. Based on its findings, authorities are pursuing the case under provisions of the National Penal Code 2017. The charges relate to causing death through negligence and reckless conduct, which fall under Sections 181 and 182 of the law.
Police in Kathmandu are leading the investigation, focusing on whether actions or decisions linked to the accused contributed to the incident in question. While officials have not disclosed detailed evidence publicly, they maintain that the process is being handled strictly within the legal framework.
The Ramesh Lekhak statement marks a key step in the case, as investigators seek to establish accountability and clarify the sequence of events. Legal experts suggest that statements from both leaders will play a crucial role in determining the direction of the case.
The outcome of this investigation could have broader political and legal implications, especially as scrutiny intensifies over leadership accountability and adherence to the rule of law in high-level cases.
